Getting older can be physically painful. Many elderly people suffer from arthritis, loss of feeling in their hands and feet, poor circulation, muscular stiffness, inflammation in the joints, skin discoloration, bursitis, and deterioration in the muscles and bones. Massage therapy can be extremely soothing and beneficial to elderly individuals who are experiencing the aches and pains of growing older. Massage therapy for the elderly is often called geriatric massage or senior massage. Geriatric Massage techniques do not usually differ from the techniques used on younger people; however, the main difference is in how an elderly body is positioned on a massage table and the amount of pressure used while massaging.
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A child who is affected by Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can have difficulty controlling their behavior and paying attention. Some symptoms include inattention, hyperactivity and impulsive behaviors. A lot of times, these children are seen as “problem children” who just can’t “sit still”. Many children can seem restless and distracted, but ADHD children’s hyperactivity and distractibility can start to affect performance in school, in social relationships and behavior at home. There are many different theories on what causes ADHD, and it is estimated that 2 million children in the United States have it. There are many treatments for ADHD, including Ritalin. Ritalin increases dopamine levels within the brain which has been shown to decrease hyperactivity. While the choice to medicate your child is an incredibly personal one, there is another type of treatment that can help; massage therapy.

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Spas have been around for hundreds of years. Since the days of the Romans spas have been a popular place to congregate, socialize and relax. In those times every spa offered steam rooms, massages and luxurious hot baths. The original term “spa” comes from a small town in the heart of Belgium called “spa”. This was no ordinary town however, this town had a secret. A hot spring known only to the locals was used to cure ailments and sicknesses. Since then the term “spa” has been associated with good health, well being and happiness. In America the spa or salon is a common sight. Massage therapy is one of the fastest growing careers and it’s because of the growing popularity of day massage, massage clinics and salons. The massage is the favorite of the day spa experience. And it’s because of that we must understand different massage tables and how they affect the clients’ experience. Here we will go over some of the different types of spa and salon massage tables and each of their benefits.
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